Saints re-sign Gwilt

St Kilda defender James Gwilt will remain a Saint through 2014 after the club announced he had signed a two-year extension.

The 25-year-old is in his seventh season with the Saints and recently came back from a knee injury that ended his 2011 campaign.

"I've always hoped to be a one-club player," he said in a club statement.

"I'm feeling pretty good, I know there's a massive opportunity for us at the moment, as a group.

"I'm pretty happy and I'm looking forward to the challenge of the second half of the year."

Coach Scott Watters said that securing Gwilt's services for two more years was important for St Kilda's future direction.

"James' re-signing is a positive for the club," he said.

"Not only do we see James as a key part of our defensive structure, the strong character and leadership attributes that he brings to the playing list is an important factor as our group continues to evolve."

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